Webinar: Collaborative Approaches to Graffiti Management

Join us for the first of a series of three webinars addressing the pervasive issue of graffiti in urban spaces.

This session will explore the extensive challenges graffiti poses and the collaborative efforts needed between PTO/PTA, law enforcement, and community stakeholders to counter this growing threat. Our expert panel will provide comprehensive strategies and practical solutions for tackling graffiti, including an overview of the recently published paper “Unveiling the silent threat: graffiti’s underestimated impact on public transport”.

Graffiti management is a multifaceted challenge, especially in the public transport sector. Key topics include navigating the complexities of GDPR compliance in public surveillance and data collection, while addressing privacy concerns and maintaining robust security measures for crime prevention. Architectural and design strategies can prevent graffiti, as case studies demonstrate successful reductions through smart design, surface preparation techniques for easy graffiti removal and innovative technologies and materials that support efficient cleaning and maintenance.

Collaborative efforts between PTO/PTA and police are essential for a unified approach against vandalism, requiring effective communication and cooperation among community stakeholders, as well as the exchange of information on and classification system of graffiti.

By addressing these areas, the public transport sector can create safer, cleaner, and more attractive environments for all.Benefits of Attending:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of effective graffiti management while respecting privacy laws.
• Learn from successful best practice examples and community engagement strategies.
• Discover the recommendations that UITP and UIC experts have drafted for law makers and public transport stakeholders.
• Network with professionals dedicated to creating safer and more secure urban environments.

Join us for this webinar to learn how collaboration and strategic planning can effectively combat the threat of graffiti, enhancing community safety and cohesion!

Tuesday, 2 July 2024 between 14:00 and 16:30 (CET)

Online software used: Microsoft Teams

If you have never used Teams before, we advise you to check the compatibility with your IT system.

The webinar is only for UITP and UIC members.  However, limited seats may be provided to non-members on a discretionary basis.

Click here to register. A few days before the webinar takes place, you will receive an email with a link to connect to the webinar.